Lee Andrews & the Hearts was an American doo-wop quintet from Philadelphia,… Read Full Bio ↴Lee Andrews & the Hearts was an American doo-wop quintet from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States, formed in 1953.
The group consisted of Lee Andrews (lead), Roy Calhoun (first tenor), Thomas "Butch" Curry (second tenor), Ted Weems (baritone) and Wendell Calhoun (bass). Lee Andrews was born Arthur Lee Andrews Thompson, in 1936, in Goldsboro, North Carolina. He died on March 16, 2016.
They recorded on the Gotham, Rainbow, Mainline, Chess, United Artists, Grand and Gowen labels. Managed by Kae Williams, in 1957 and 1958 they had their three biggest hits, "Teardrops", "Long Lonely Nights" and "Try the Impossible".

Lee Andrews' son is Ahmir Khalib Thompson, a musician who uses the stage name ?uestlove as part of the well known Philadelphia based group The Roots and in his solo career.

A Night Like Tonight
Lee Andrews & The Hearts Lyrics

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You came from the ashes, all scars, all the scratches
With just a note of goodbyes, they’ve got
Cold hearts, a cloudy vision, quick talk
But slow to listen
But I can see the fire in your eyes
You are, you are, you are called, you are chosen
Because tonight is your night
Is your night, is your night

One heart's desire, a hope for the longing
Don't hesitate, it's all right
It’s all right, it’s all right
Because tonight is your night
No room for the frozen, where hearts are not open
Who came to water your thirst
Someday the very least are
Invited into the feast
And so it is, the last shall be first
You are, you are, you are called, you are chosen
Because tonight is your night
Is your night, is your night
Set your eyes higher, a new day is coming
Don't hesitate, it's all right

It’s all right, it’s all right
Because tonight is your night

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Lee Andrews & The Hearts’s song “A Night Like Tonight” convey a message of hope and encouragement to someone who has a turbulent past, but is now given the opportunity to shine. The first stanza describes the person’s journey, which has been marked by pain and struggle (“all scars, all the scratches”), as well as the rejection of others (“cold hearts, a cloudy vision, quick talk, but slow to listen”). Despite this difficult road, the singer affirms that they see “the fire in your eyes” and recognizes the person’s innate worth and potential. The chorus repeats the phrase “you are, you are, you are called, you are chosen,” emphasizing the idea that this moment is significant and the person has been given a chance to succeed. This is a night to be celebrated, a chance to fulfill a deep desire after a long period of longing.

The second stanza introduces the idea that there is no space for the “frozen” or the closed-hearted in this moment of celebration. The people who have “watered [the person’s] thirst” have given them the opportunity they need, and even the meek or underprivileged will be able to enjoy the rewards that come from being invited into the feast. The final lines of the song are a call to look toward the future, to set one’s eyes higher and believe that a new day is coming. The message is clear: don’t hesitate now that you have the chance to succeed. Embrace the night and believe in yourself.

Line by Line Meaning

You came from the ashes, all scars, all the scratches
Despite the difficulties you've faced, you're here now

With just a note of goodbyes, they’ve got
Those who left weren't there for you

Cold hearts, a cloudy vision, quick talk
They don't understand you

But slow to listen
They don't care about what you have to say

But I can see the fire in your eyes
I can see your passion and determination

You are, you are, you are called, you are chosen
You have a purpose, and you're the one for the job

Because tonight is your night
This is your moment, your time to shine

One heart's desire, a hope for the longing
You have a dream, a wish for something more

Don't hesitate, it's all right
Take action, don't be afraid

No room for the frozen, where hearts are not open
Don't let fear hold you back from opening up or growing

Who came to water your thirst
Someone will come to help you achieve your goals